2004 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Renault Megane and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Megane | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Megane | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |